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Eau de parfum
Clean Team Black
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Clean Team Black — character and mood
Clean Team Black is a unisex fragrance released in 2023 by the American brand Clean Team.
It is an eau de parfum with a distinctive citrus-spicy character, created for those who enjoy the contrast between a fresh opening and a warm, sensual drydown.
The composition feels polished, contemporary and noticeable, while remaining versatile for both feminine and masculine styles.
The name Black perfectly conveys the fragrance's mood: alongside its sparkling freshness, it has a deep woody-musky base.
Within the first few minutes, bergamot, cardamom and mandarin create a vivid, slightly cool accord.
The citrus notes make the fragrance feel energetic, while the spicy nuance adds individuality and keeps the opening from becoming too light or predictable.
How it develops on the skin
As it develops, Clean Team Black becomes softer and more expansive.
At the heart, orchid blends with patchouli, pink pepper and sandalwood. The floral facet does not veer into romantic sweetness; instead, it supports an elegant, subtly spicy atmosphere.
Sandalwood gives the composition a creamy smoothness, while patchouli and pink pepper preserve its dry, expressive character.
The final stage is built around white musk, tonka bean and vanilla.
As a result, the base feels warm, velvety and seductive, while its gourmand mood is balanced by a clean musky accent.
The fragrance ultimately moves from citrusy vitality to a soft woody-musky trail that feels cohesive and well composed.
Positioning and wearability
Clean Team Black is presented as a unisex fragrance, making it especially suitable for those who choose perfume by mood and character rather than by gender labels.
It fits naturally into a city wardrobe, alongside streamlined suits, black leather, white shirts and minimalist looks.
The citrus-spicy freshness makes the composition suitable for daytime wear, while the vanilla-musk base adds appeal in the evening.
The fragrance is rated as having very strong sillage.
This is an important feature to consider when applying it: Clean Team Black can make a noticeable impression in a space and linger for a long time.
Specific recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not provided in the available data, so it is sensible to start with a small amount and assess the intensity on your own skin.
The perfumer and the composition's style
The fragrance was created by Bruce Hardnett.
His work on Clean Team Black clearly reflects an attempt to unite several contrasting facets: juicy citrus, spicy warmth, floral softness, woody depth and clean musk.
This balance allows the fragrance to remain versatile without blending into the category of simple fresh compositions.
For Clean Team, an American perfume house, this release reveals a richer and more contrasting side of its signature approach.
Black will appeal to those looking not for a quiet everyday fragrance, but for a distinctive composition with a noticeable presence and an expressive drydown.
Similar fragrances
If you are interested in the fresh, spicy and woody-musky style of Clean Team Black, Eisenberg Eau Fraiche is worth exploring next.
Each of these fragrances has its own character, yet they share a sense of polish, a dynamic opening and a desire to combine freshness with deeper accents.
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